About the apprenticeship
Duties
The role
We are looking for an Apprentice Distiller to join our production team. This is a unique opportunity to learn the full distilling process while supporting the Head Distiller with day-to-day operations. You’ll gain practical experience in all areas of production, from raw materials through to bottling.
Key Responsibilities
Assisting the Head Distiller with all aspects of spirit production including compounding, distillations, macerations and lab based new products development
Preparing and operating equipment, including stills and trouble shooting issues on the bottling line
Ensuring production areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness for BRCGS compliance
Recording and monitoring production data accurately via paperwork
Dispensing botanicals and spices for distillations
Carrying out routine maintenance and quality checks
Additional information
About Us
Hensol Castle Distillery is an award-winning craft distillery set within the historic cellars of Hensol Castle. We produce our own premium spirits, develop bespoke recipes for clients, and support a growing number of drinks brands across the UK and beyond. As a small but fast-growing team, we pride ourselves on quality, and a hands-on approach to every aspect of liquid production.
Additional Information
Working with the company comes with benefits which include discount at all the Leeke’s stores and the Vale Resort, access to the Vale Gym during off peak times, staff pricing for bottles of alcohol, and frequent staff events.
Hours:
37.5hrs per week and hours must be relatively flexible working between 07:00 – 16:00, as we start production around 08:00 so would be beneficial to start around 07:30
Requirements
Qualifications
Qualifications required:
Good standard of general education. Maths and English GCSE grade C or equivalent is preferable.About You
A genuine interest in spirits and distilling
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn technical processes
Practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a production environment that involves lifting and manual handling
Reliable, organised, and able to work as part of a team
Good level of personal hygiene
Must be able to drive
Skills
About You
A genuine interest in spirits and distilling
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn technical processes
Practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a production environment that involves lifting and manual handling
Reliable, organised, and able to work as part of a team
Good level of personal hygiene
Must be able to drive
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
Cambrian Training Company Ltd
Qualification
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Food and Drink Operations
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: Yes
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Hensol Castle Distillery
Hensol Castle Park
Hensol
Vale of Glamorgan
CF72 8JX